WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Rhode Island

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  • “There’s Something About Mary” (1998) – This comedy film starring Cameron Diaz and Ben Stiller takes place in Rhode Island and showcases some iconic locations like Providence and Newport.
  • “Moonrise Kingdom” (2012) – Directed by Wes Anderson, this coming-of-age film is set on a fictional New England island off the coast of Rhode Island.
  • “Meet Joe Black” (1998) – Although the majority of this romantic fantasy film is set in New York City, some of the important scenes take place at a estate in Newport, Rhode Island.
  • “Federal Hill” (1994) – This independent drama is set in Providence, exploring the lives of Italian-American families living in a close-knit community.
  • “Providence” (1977) – While the title may suggest otherwise, this English-produced film actually takes place in Providence, Rhode Island, and follows the family dynamics of an aging screenwriter.
  • “Outside Providence” (1999) – Based on the novel by Peter Farrelly, this comedy-drama is set in Pawtucket, Rhode Island in the 1970s, depicting the experiences of a troubled teenager.
  • “High Society” (1956) – This musical comedy showcases the opulent world of Newport, Rhode Island, featuring elaborate mansions and beautiful coastal scenery.
  • “The Great Gatsby” (1974) – Although this classic F. Scott Fitzgerald story is primarily set in New York, some of the scenes, including Gatsby’s mansion, were filmed in Newport, Rhode Island.
  • “Amistad” (1997) – This historical drama directed by Steven Spielberg includes scenes set at the Point Judith Lighthouse in Rhode Island, playing a part in the fictionalised account of the true events.
  • “Hachi: A Dog’s Tale” (2009) – Although not primarily set in Rhode Island, this heartwarming movie features a beautiful bronze statue of Hachiko the dog located in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
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